Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic care focuses on identifying and correcting spinal and joint misalignments, known as subluxations, that can interfere with normal nerve function and communication between the brain and body. When these misalignments occur, they can restrict movement, create muscular imbalances, and contribute to pain or dysfunction.
Through precise, targeted adjustments, chiropractors restore proper spinal alignment and joint motion. This helps the nervous system function optimally, reduces mechanical stress on the body, and supports natural healing processes. Chiropractic care is effective for a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including back and neck pain, headaches, and radiating nerve discomfort, while also promoting overall health and resilience.
Dry Needling
Here at Bloomer Chiropractic, we are proud to offer dry needling services! Dry needling aims to address neuromuscular conditions, relieve pain, and improve range of motion. During your scheduled appointment, we will insert a small needle through your skin to treat underlying myofascial trigger points.
Our qualified and helpful staff will work with you to ensure that you are receiving all the amazing benefits from dry needling. We welcome questions about the therapy, which when applied to your muscles and tissues can decrease tightness, increase blood flow, and reduce local and referred pain.
Electrical Stimulation
Electrotherapy is an alternative pain management treatment option that involves the use of mild electromagnetic pulses to provide relief for the patient. This treatment option can dull pain, repair tissue, strengthen muscles, and even improve your blood circulation.
Graston Technique
The Graston Technique® (GT) is an innovative, evidence-based form of therapy that utilizes an instrument to assist in soft tissue mobilization. This enables clinicians to effectively and efficiently break down scar tissue and fascial restrictions. GT utilizes specially designed stainless steel instruments to detect and effectively treat areas exhibiting soft tissue fibrosis or chronic inflammation. The use of GT instruments along with therapeutic exercises helps restore pain-free movement and function. The Graston Technique® was originally developed by athletes to treat soft tissue injuries. It has grown in popularity as an alternative approach in treating acute and chronic soft tissue injuries.
Kinesio Taping
Kinesiology Taping is a precise rehabilitative taping technique that is designed to facilitate the body’s natural healing process while providing support and stability to muscles and joints. This technique allows the body’s normal range of motion as well as providing extending soft tissue manipulation to prolong the benefits of manual therapy administered within the clinical setting. Kinesio tape is latex-free and hypoallergenic which makes it “skin friendly” for patients with sensitive or fragile skin; such as, patients with diabetes, fibromyalgia or rheumatoid arthritis.
Pediatric Care
Children’s spines and nervous systems are developing rapidly, and even minor misalignments (subluxations) can affect nerve communication, posture, and overall development. Pediatric chiropractic care focuses on detecting and correcting these misalignments to support proper spinal growth, joint function, and nervous system performance.
Gentle, precise adjustments help promote healthy musculoskeletal development, improve movement patterns, and support overall wellness. Regular care can aid in optimizing immune function, reducing tension, and addressing common issues such as colic, ear infections, or postural concerns, all while encouraging the body’s natural ability to grow and thrive.
Prenatal Care
During pregnancy, proper spinal and pelvic alignment is essential for maternal comfort, optimal nerve function, and overall pregnancy wellness. Misalignments (subluxations) in the spine or pelvis can contribute to back pain, postural strain, and restricted movement.
Prenatal chiropractic care focuses on gentle, precise adjustments to restore alignment, reduce discomfort, and support the body’s natural function throughout pregnancy. The Webster Technique, a specialized chiropractic adjustment, is used to optimize pelvic balance and function, which can improve maternal comfort and create a better environment for fetal positioning.
Regular prenatal care supports a healthier, more comfortable pregnancy while enhancing nervous system function for both mom and baby.
Therapeutic Ultrasound
Therapeutic ultrasound uses targeted sound waves to penetrate deep into muscles and soft tissues, promoting circulation, reducing inflammation, and accelerating the body’s natural healing process. It’s often used for chronic pain, injuries, and areas of muscle tension to support recovery and improve function.
What is Ultrasound Therapy?
Ultrasound therapy is the use of high frequency sound waves to deliver deep heat to the treated tissues. The goal is to speed up the healing of a joint, muscle or tendon by using this higher frequency ultrasound. Ultrasound therapy may be used alone or in conjunction with stretching, therapeutic massage, heat or chiropractic adjustment. This therapy can be useful for a variety of patient’s complaints. The ultrasound creates a painless, micro-massage that many patients find relaxing.
What are the benefits of Ultrasound Therapy?
Ultrasound therapy has been known to increase tissue relaxation, stimulate local blood flow and aid in scar tissue breakdown. Local blood flow has been known to help reduce swelling and chronic inflammation by delivering more nutrients to the infected area. The treatments may help reduce stiffness, swelling and pain while increasing circulation and promoting a pain-free movement. While studies are still being done to test the effectiveness of these treatments, many people find them helpful in reducing pain and speeding the healing process. While ultrasound therapy is not effective for all chronic pain, it may help reduce your pain if you suffer from any of the following conditions:
- Osteoarthritis
- Myofascial pain
- Bursitis
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Tendonitis
- Pain caused by scar tissue
- Phantom limb pain
- Sprains and strains
How does it work?
Bloomer Chiropractic and our staff value your privacy which is why we will only expose the area of skin that is to be treated. A hospital gown is available if you feel more comfortable. To start, a gel will be applied to the transducer head or to the targeted surface of your skin. This gel allows sound waves to evenly reach your tissue. It is hypoallergenic and anti-inflammatory. The ultrasound conduction device will be gently placed on your skin in a non-stop, circular motion for five to ten minutes. During therapy, the waves will vibrate the area. You might notice a soothing, tingling sensation or a slight warmth in the skin. However, it is not unusual to feel nothing at all during this treatment. If the area is especially sensitive, you could feel a slight discomfort. Ultrasound therapy should not be painful though. When your treatment is completed, the gel is wiped off. After the ultrasound therapy is complete, Bloomer Chiropracticmay help you stretch your joints through passive range of motion and then active range of motion exercises. It may be more effective to receive your chiropractic adjustment following ultrasound. The FDA approves ultrasound therapy safely as long it is performed by a licensed professional. Bloomer Chiropractic believes the process of moving toward better health begins with determining your underlying cause. Our friendly staff is dedicated to providing high quality, holistic care for you and your family. From patients who have suffered in car accidents to those who have chronic back pain, ultrasound therapy can help.
If you have any further questions about ultrasound therapy, please don’t hesitate to contact us today at (715) 568-3310!